LSA

Aston Education Ltd; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Aviva Pension

Wellbeing support

Financial coaching

Free counselling

Discount savings

Professional development

Gym discounts

Small classes

Central London location

Job summary

Aston Education Ltd. seeks a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) for a Sixth Form College in Central London. You will support students with SEND, assist with EHCP/LP plans, and help in exams as reader or scribe.

The role sits within the SEND safeguarding team and requires strong communication and organisational skills. Permanent, full-time, term-time only, with an annual salary of £26,000–£28,000 and a start date of October 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with SEND or learning difficulties.
• Experience in FE/sixth form settings.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
• Level 2 or 3 Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools or equivalent.
• SEN-related training.
• Degree or HE qualification in Computer Science or Maths.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• As a Learning Support Assistant, provide one-on-one or small group support to students.
• Assist in developing and implementing EHCP/LP and ensuring appropriate interventions.
• Support students in exams as reader or scribe and monitor progress.
• Maintain accurate records and collaborate with other professionals.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C/4+)

Level 2 or 3 Supporting Teaching & Learning

Degree in Computer Science or Maths

Job description

Job: LSA

Location: Sixth Form College, near Victoria station, central London

Actual Annual Salary: £26,000 - £28,000

Contract: Permanent, full-time, term time only, Monday to Friday 8:45am to 4:45pm

Benefits: Excellent benefits, please see below

Start date: October 2026

Aston Education is looking for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join this Sixth Form College near Victoria station in Central London. Their Ofsted is Good with Outstanding features.

The Benefits

• Aviva Pension Scheme
• Wellbeing support with access to free financial coaching and advice, paid mental health days and free counselling services
• Lifestyle and discount savings
• Professional development programme
• Gym membership discounts
• Small classes
• Good behaviour and focused students
• Longer holidays
• Excellent modern facilities
• Central London location

The College

The College's aim is to empower the next generation of diverse digital talent. By combining high-quality education with deep industry partnerships, they are expanding the talent pipeline and diversifying the tech sector.

The LSA job

As an LSA, your primary responsibility will be to create a positive and inclusive learning environment while providing one-on-one or small group support to students with SEND.

You’ll assist in developing and implementing EHCP/LP, ensuring students receive the appropriate support and interventions. You’ll work as part of the SEND safeguarding team.

You will assist with classroom activities, monitor student progress, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with other professionals. You’ll also support students in exams as a reader or scribe.

Qualifications & Experience required include:

• Experience working with students with specific learning difficulties (e.g., ASC, dyslexia, ADHD) or disabilities
• Experience supporting learners in a further education/sixth form setting
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above
• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (or equivalent)
• Training related to SEN
• Degree or HE qualification in Computer Science or Maths
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills

Closing date: As soon as possible

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check